Gound-Breaking Fully Electric Peugeot iOn

Europcar are to encourage drivers in the UK to lease the stylish and innovative Peugeot  iOn; a fully electric car soon to be unveiled and launched at a new hire centre for electric cars.

The launch doubles as an interactive public exhibition for renewable energy and has been organized by SSE, the leading generator of inexhaustible energy in the UK.

The four seater iOn is 100% electric, making it one of the most environmentally friendly vehicles on the market. It is also very practical with a battery life of up to 93 miles and an impressive maximum speed of 81mph.

Glasgow’s motorists have been asked to try out the new Peugeot iOn before they purchase, a kind of ‘try before you buy’ theory, with Europcar strongly believing that a lease of the iOn will open up the discovery of new generation vehicles, offering cost-effective and eco-friendly driving, believing also that drivers who hire electric are more likely to buy electric in the future.

This ground-breaking electric car, approved by Next Green Car has zero tail-pipe emissions, zero car tax and is congestion charge exempt and could be the ideal option for motorists keen to reduce their fuel costs.

How Do You Recharge Your iOn?
There are charging stations situated in car parks and public places where you can top up, with just 15 minutes of charging being enough to recharge 50% of the battery or you can plug the iOn into a standard domestic socket for a full recharge which will take about nine hours and if you take advantage of off-peak tariffs you can save even more money.

The new Glasgow Central location gives motorists the chance to recharge their cars by providing 6 charging car park spots.

Safety
Safety is paramount. There are six air bags, a strong body structure, electric brake force distribution and emergency brake assist. All this is standard, giving the iOn a four star EuroNcap safety rating.

Peugeot iON; ‘Electric Car of the Year’ in 2011.

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Lease The Fiat 500 - A Pint-Sized Car That Packs A Punch

Fiat 500’s popularity has been illustrated once more, after this iconic city car found its way into last month’s top 10 listing of new vehicle registrations, confirming the cars continual success in both the UK and the world over.

Since Fiat 500’s introduction in the UK, it has remained a very popular choice of vehicle to lease or purchase. It is reported that private registrations grew by 14.8 % in the month of April alone!

According to SMMT – The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, this brilliant little car has continually managed to defy competition from other car models.

It is also on record that a total of 2,600 Fiat 500 units were let out in the UK last month, earning the car a well-deserved place in the top-ten list of best selling vehicles.

The environmentally friendly Fiat 500 (2012)  is a two–door subcompact hatchback available as a hardtop or 500c convertible and is simply brimming over with superb styling. The Sport and Abarth models boast brilliant handling, excellent fuel economy and a surprising amount of space for two people.

According to Fiat, there are an incredible 550,000 (or so) different combinations, so there are plenty of ways for you to customise the 500 to your liking!

In a nut shell, the Fiat 500 is an affordable, very capable and incredibly stylish little car that is surprisingly spacious and extremely practical with character and charm in abundance.

It must be true then, that good things do come in small packages and the Fiat 500, with all its personality, may be pint-sized but it certainly packs a punch!

The Fiat 500 – thoroughly recommended if you are in the market for a stylish city run-around.

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Lease or Purchase The New BMW 3 Series Touring

The all-new BMW 3 Series Touring promises UK motorists a blend of practicality, impressive driving dynamics and versatility.

This highly efficient BMW boasts of a more spacious interior and a load capacity considered the largest in its segment. This truly versatile vehicle possesses a wide range of practical features in addition to the class-leading driving dynamics expected of any BMW.

The car brings on board innovative storage solutions plus a dynamically styled lightweight body – the same winning formula used in preceding BMW 3 Series. Visual changes will include steeply raked D-pillars, a small rear spoiler and wraparound tail lights.

There is a choice of 3 advanced and powerful engines and the new BMW 330d Touring will be capable of producing 258hp and an amazing 560Nm of torque, which is just enough to hit a high of 62mph in a time span of 5.6 seconds.

Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions have also decreased 10 to 15 per cent across the range, compared with the old Touring.

The 3 Series is sharp to drive and boasts of an increased boot space that stands at 495 litres and can be extended further to 1500 litres when all of the rear seats are folded flat and also features an electric power boot lid – as standard.

Set to arrive in the UK this September, this 3 Series is likely to be BMW’s biggest selling model, so why not opt for the purchase or lease of the all-new BMW 3 Series Touring and enjoy greater practicality, dynamics and efficiency.

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The MINI John Cooper Works GP - Limited Edition Build

Looking for a brilliant sports car? The MINI John Cooper Works GP is the fastest Mini ever to be built in the UK.

This British premium brand is delighted to present this new ultra-performing car that is positively brimming over with extra-ordinary features.

The sporty new Mini will be very fast and will be available for both purchase and lease in the UK later in the year. With just 2000 Mini GP units scheduled for build, this Mini hot hatch will be a limited edition.

Behind the performance superiority of the MINI John Cooper Works GP, there is an exclusive powertrain, aerodynamics technology and a powerful chassis typical of sports cars.

With a twin-scroll turbo engine, the car is capable of generating an outstanding torque, remarkable elasticity and amazing performance.

This car’s interior contributes immensely to its inspirational racing appeal; with the requirements and interests of the driver well catered for.

With many car manufacturers moving away from fuel guzzlers, the MINI John Cooper Works GP is no exception. The car consumes less fuel than any other car model in the industry.

Regarding CO2 emission, the car is a step head towards a greener generation with very negligible emission levels.

So, with the wraps off this latest creation, it just remains to be seen just how fast this MINI John Cooper Works GP really is!

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Chevrolet's Trax Concept

The all-new compact sports utility Chevrolet Trax is expected to join the Chevrolet portfolio come September this year and will be making its eagerly awaited debut in Paris where motor industry enthusiasts will be able to catch a glimpse of this magnificent model.

This five seater Trax, with its amazing fuel economy and flexibility is a worthy addition to the Chevrolet family of small SUVs.

The interior of the Trax is expected to be of an exceptionally high standard (usually found in more expensive vehicles). There is ample room for five occupants and a generous cargo space too, whilst the exterior has a bold design and a smart athletic stance.

This SUV is expected to reach European Chevrolet dealerships by early 2013, coming in the wake of the Chevrolet Malibu and the eagerly awaited Cruze station wagon.

This car’s performance on the road is way ahead of other car models in this segment and offers advanced technology, fuel-efficiency and affordability.

Like the Mokka, the Trax is expected to be available with front or four-wheel drive. Engines are likely to be shared too, so we’d expect to see a 1.4-litre turbo petrol and 1.7 diesel.

This chunky little handsome crossover is what urban explorers around the world have been waiting for.

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'Best Medium Car 2012' - Ford Focus

With extremely positive reviews, the new Ford Focus has been named ‘Best Medium Car 2012′ and is expected to herald a new era of fuel efficient non-hybrid cars in the UK.

To further cement its position as manufacturer of top-class vehicles, Ford’s Mondeo, S-MAX and Fiesta were all runners-up in other categories.

The new Focus is a clear improvement on the previous model with its excellent engines, top build quality and funky interior which features centre console controls inspired by the button layout on a mobile phone.

The car’s contemporary design and amazing refinements have phenomenally contributed to the huge sales witnessed with this model, both on lease and purchase terms, with figures hitting a high of 1,500,000 units, illustrating the degree of Ford’s dominance in its segment.

Regarding style and colour, this magnificent car model beats the likes of Volkswagen Golf and Hyundai i30 according to Diesel Car magazine and comes with driver assistance technologies offering fuel efficient powertrains such as the popular 1.6 TDCi with its low level emission figure of 109g CO₂ /km.

The respectably priced new Ford Focus is one of the best in its class and remains one of the top family hatchbacks to drive in nearly every condition possible.

This brilliant all-rounder is a highly recommendable choice.

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The Nissan NV200 Wins 'Best Small Trades Van' and 'Taxi of Tomorrow' contract

Nissan are delighted to receive the ‘Best Small Trades Van’ award from Trade Driver magazine for their Nissan NV200.

The van stands out as the best in its class in terms of its significant storage capacity and huge versatility. An ideal lease or purchase choice.

This van may look small from the outlook, but its interior has ample space and versatility, accommodating an amazing cargo of over 4.2 cubic metres.

The NV200 is available in the UK’s auto-market as a Panel Van with a 1.5 dCi engine with 85hp or 110hp and as a five or seven seat Combi and comes well equipped with Bluetooth connectivity facilities virtually across the entire range.

The NV200 has compact dimensions and a tight turning circle, making it perfect for city driving while still offering the largest cargo volume in its category.

Nissan’s NV200 compact van has also won the ‘Taxi of Tomorrow’ contract. The entire New York City taxi fleet will be converting to Nissan’s people carrier towards the end of 2013.

This small van with the BIG interior is now becoming a common sight on UK roads with more and more traders opting for the lease or purchase of this vehicle.

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The 'Diesel Sports Car' Winner - Peugeot RCZ

Peugeot defies odds once more by winning the ‘Diesel Sports Car’ award with its RCZ HDi 163 model.

This is a great success for Peugeot. The superb RCZ HDi 163 managed to beat the likes of the Vauxhall Astra GTC and the MINI Roadster to take the award.

During the RCZ’s ‘design-mode’ years, few cars have caused such a stir. Well worth the wait though. This is a sleek, jaw-dropping, show styled coupe that is a match for any class leader.

Features are distinctive, such as the RCZ’s double-bubble roof and rear windscreen that blend well with the aluminium roof arches. In fact, everywhere you look there are eye-catching details including an electrically operated spoiler that rises automatically at speeds above 53mph.

The new car illustrates Peugeot’s commitment to capture the standards of the brand name; style, quality, durability and above all affordability.

Ian Robertson, Diesel Car editor, brings our attention to the trendy exterior design and curvy shape of the Peugeot RCZ and there is no doubt that this glamorous coupe, with its road-hugging stance, is one very attractive and striking car. It is also practical, elegant and roomy.

This top of the range model has impressive specification as standard and is available in a range of sophisticated colours and paint finishes; solid, metallic and pearlescent.

The Peugeot RCZ has the kind of looks that few cars can match and is bound to raise a brow or two when you pull up at the traffic lights.

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Lease or Purchase The Award Winning 7-Seater SEAT Alhambra

Class leading 7-seater Alhambra is the latest diesel car built by SEAT UK, available for both purchase and lease.

This latest Alhambra has amazingly won the ‘MPV of the Year’ award from Diesel Car for two consecutive years.

Auto Express, Carbuyer.co.uk, Fleet News and Fleet World have also named this flexible and versatile Alhambra as a top MPV in its class.

The landmark award from Diesel Car, adds to the other impressive nine awards that Alhambra has secured previously.

The reigning Alhambra class champion has set a high benchmark for all seven-seat MPVs. It is incredibly spacious and practical and for a big car, the ride on the open road is smooth and supple with fine handling.

The Alhambra is very affordable too for a 7-seater of this size. The smart versatile cabin looks and feels like it has been designed to go the distance and even the cheapest versions are well equipped.

The awards are clear pointers to SEAT UK’s commitment and desire to deliver the best vehicles to UK motorists and this brilliant 7-seater Alhambra, with its eco-friendly engine, boasts of immense quality and value for money and is an ideal choice of family car to lease or purchase.

This 7-seater SEAT Alhambra is one of the best MPVs around and is a worthy winner of the ‘MPV of the Year’ award for 2012.

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Lease The Most Exciting Crossover In The World - The Nissan Juke-R

Nissan’s position as the pioneer of crossovers is further strengthened by the arrival of its innovative Juke-R crossover, which will be available for purchase or lease in the UK market.

The160 mph Juke-R crossover is expected to be the next big thing on UK roads and makes a real statement as it arrives with the inclusion of an impressive package.

Having made its market debut in Dubai early this year, the car has attracted a vast amount of attention both in the UK and other parts of the world and is becoming a highly sought after fast, fun and spectacular vehicle.

The Juke-R stands to benefit from the MY12 GT-R running gear and was initially intended to be a one-off concept that would drive improvements on the Nissan’s most innovative models, but due to the amazing demand for the original versions, it was necessary to build more on the same.

Nissan therefore, had to turn the concept into a reality car to satisfy the demands of many enthusiasts who were very excited about seeing this car on the road. The Juke-R has since grown into a phenomenon.

This is a refreshingly different small car that successfully blends Supermini with SUV. The strikingly styled Nissan Juke is a rewarding drive, exceptionally well equipped and priced and does all the practical things you need a small car to do.

The Juke breathes new life into this segment of the market, providing buyers with a funky alternative to the conventional urban hatchback.

Part SUV and part sports car, the Juke-R is the fastest, most exciting and wildest crossover in the world.

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